2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
